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Back in November, artist impressions of how the site will look were released.

Artist's impression of the proposed Wilson Street Premier Inn. A shared vision for Middlesbrough, the comprehensive regeneration of Gurney House

Around 40 new jobs will be created once it opens.

Speaking at the time, Adam Hearld, development director at Jomast Developments, said: “The project will have a significant impact in transforming the existing area, benefiting it both architecturally and economically with the addition of hundreds of jobs to local people.”

Development of the new hotel is seen as the first step towards what will ultimately be the regeneration of the Gurney Street Triangle - a scheme estimated to be worth more than £30m.

The Jomast site at Middlesbrough's Wilson Street (Image: Ian McIntyre)